Last survivor of USS Arizona from Pearl Harbor attack dies at 102
Lou Conter, the last living survivor of the USS Arizona battleship that exploded and sank during the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, has died. He was 102.
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Alex Murdaugh gets 40 years in federal prison for stealing from clients and his law firm
Former South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for stealing from clients and his law firm. He is already serving a life sentence without parole in a state prison for killing his wife and son.
U.S. Navy demonstrates missions to Park Crossing students through virtual reality
For day one of Montgomery Navy Week, the U.S. Navy showcased their SEAL Virtual Reality Experience, also called Nimitz, to Park Crossing High School students.
Beyond the Horizon Air Show: What you need to know
The Beyond the Horizon Air Show, featuring the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels, takes place this weekend at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery. Here's what to know as you plan your visit.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Millions of recalled Hyundai and Kia vehicles with a dangerous defect remain on the road
Last year, Hyundai and Kia recalled 3.4 million vehicles in the U.S., saying they risked catching fire, whether the engines were on or off. But most vehicles are still unrepaired.
Get ready for cicadas, in the biggest bug emergence in centuries
Trillions of red-eyed periodical cicadas are about to emerge in numbers not seen in decades and possibly centuries, including in Alabama.
April begins very warm; Rain, storms Tuesday night, then sunshine
April begins even warmer, with highs in the mid 80s Monday and Tuesday. Rain returns late Tuesday through Tuesday night, then our area trends drier and cooler late next week.
Biden criticized for his recognition of "Transgender Day of Visibility," which falls on Easter this year
President Biden is facing criticism from former President Trump's campaign and religious conservatives for proclaiming March 31 — which corresponds with Easter Sunday this year — as “Transgender Day of Visibility.”
ACTION 8 UPDATE: $1,000 reward offered in Montgomery homicide investigation
Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is offering a $1,000 reward in the hopes of solving a man's shooting death early Easter morning.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Search cancelled for missing woman in Crenshaw County
The Crenshaw County Sheriff’s Office has cancelled the search for a missing woman.
Beloved Montgomery woman celebrates 105th birthday
A Montgomery woman celebrated her 105th birthday Saturday surrounded by loved ones and well wishers.
Easter egg hunts bring hundreds of children to parks across the Capitol City
Hundreds of children had a blast Saturday as they hunted for eggs at several Easter celebrations in the Capitol City
15 year old arrested for possessing and firing stolen gun in Millbrook
Millbrook police responded to a report of three thirteen to fifteen year-olds allegedly shooting a firearm in a field between two densely populated apartment complexes
Selma High grad gives back and aims to inspire students
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A former Selma High student is giving back to the school -- and trying to motivate the next generation of entrepreneurs. Alkaline Lyfe CEO Malcolm Crittenden donated a pallet…
What the Tech: "World Backup Day" reminds you to make copies of your computer data
When was the last time you backed up your computer? Maybe the better question is, “Have you ever backed up your computer?”
What the Tech: What are broadband labels?
The U.S. government is now requiring wireless phone companies to clearly label their phone plans. What should you look for?
USPS searching for mail theft suspect in Troy
The U.S. Postal Service needs your help finding the person suspected of stealing mail from a delivery truck in Troy.
Louis Gossett Jr., first Black man to win supporting actor Oscar, dies at 87
Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar and who also won an Emmy for his role in the TV miniseries “Roots,” has died. He was 87.
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Kia recalls more than 400,000 SUVs
Kia is recalling more than 427,000 of its SUVs because they can roll away while in park.
What's Happening: March 29-31
We're getting you ready for Easter with all kinds of events happening in the River Region!
Action 8's River Region Healthy Living Expo another big success
Thanks to all of you who came out to Eastdale Mall on Thursday to make Action 8's annual River Region Healthy Living Expo another big success.
Selma murder victim's mother unhappy with murder sentence
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The sentence handed down to a Selma man convicted of murder has left the victim's mother heartbroken -- and fuming. Lakeisha Leggett is grieving over the loss of her…
8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Subaru recalling nearly 120,000 vehicles
Subaru is recalling nearly 120,000 vehicles over potentially faulty air bag sensors.
One person arrested, four others sought in Andalusia fight
Andalusia police say one person has been arrested as they seek four others after a fight that involved shots being fired.
Brundidge police make three arrests in theft case
Three people have been arrested in a theft case in Brundidge.
